2005 Utilimaster Aeromaster recalls and problems
The 2005 Utilimaster Aeromaster has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Utilimaster dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2005 Utilimaster Aeromaster vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2005 Utilimaster Aeromaster recalls
Recall 18V-377: Seat Belts
Problem: Spartan Motors USA (Spartan) is recalling certain 1991-2018 Utilimaster Aeromaster and Walk-In Vans. These vehicles were manufactured with front seat belts that do not have an emergency locking seat belt retractor or automatic locking seat belt retractor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: Without retractors, the seat belts may not accommodate different size occupants, therefore the occupants may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Spartan will notify owners and will install seat belts with retractors, free of charge. The recall began on August 6, 2018. Owners may contact Spartan customer service at 1-800-582-3454. Spartan's number for this recall is 18019.
Recall 06V-497: Exterior Lighting
Problem: On certain walk-in delivery vans equipped wityh draw-tite modulite hd (P/n 18190) trailer light modules, the split tail light circuits are combined.
Risk: The module may overheat and ignite.
Fix: Utilimaster will remove the trailer light module and wire the tail light harness from the body directly to the trailer plug. The recall began on december 18, 2006. Owners may contact utilimaster at 1-800-582-3454.
Recall 05V-487: Equipment
Problem: Certain trucks fail to conform to the labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the tire and loading information placard contains incorrect information regarding the maximum cargo carrying capacity.
Risk: Incorrect cargo carrying capacity information could lead to improper vehicle loading or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with new tire information placards and installation instructions. The recall began on november 15, 2005. Owners may contact utilimaster at 1-800-237-7806.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Utilimaster Aeromaster have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2005 Utilimaster Aeromaster: 18V-377 (seat belts), 06V-497 (exterior lighting), 05V-487 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Utilimaster recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Utilimaster dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.